Groups highlight importance of physical activity on World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day
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It is crucial that patients with juvenile arthritis stay active throughout their childhood for a better chance at building stronger bones, according to DMOS Orthopaedic Centers.
The organization, based in based in Des Moines, Iowa, has shared some basic information about the importance of activity in the daily lives of children in anticipation of World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day on Oct. 19.
The Indiana Athletic Trainers Association has also shared a tweet and link to aid in awareness for the day.
In recognition of World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day, Healio has compiled five recent stories dealing with pediatric musculoskeletal diseases.
TNF inhibitor use in juvenile idiopathic arthritis triples risk for psoriasis
Exposure to TNF inhibitors nearly triples the risk for psoriasis among children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, according to data published in Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. Read more.
More than 75% of children with arthritis report pain that interferes with sleep, attention
More than 75% of patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis experience pain that has interfered with their ability to sleep, pay attention and run or walk short distances, according to an Arthritis Foundation report. Read more.
Children with arthritis exhibit greater internal, psychological disturbances
Children with spondyloarthritis and polyarticular arthritis demonstrate greater internalized disturbances and worse psychological functioning in school and social arenas, according to data. Read more.
Adolescents wait longer than younger children to see pediatric rheumatologist for JIA
Adolescents experience longer wait times to see a pediatric rheumatologist for juvenile idiopathic arthritis, compared with younger children, according to research published in the Journal of Rheumatology. Read more.
Telehealth satisfaction 'promising' in pediatric rheumatology care
Overall satisfaction with telehealth visits was high for pediatric rheumatology patients and their caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic, though there may be areas for improvement, according to data published in Pediatric Rheumatology. Read more.
References:
- @DMOSOrtho. https://twitter.com/DMOSOrtho/status/1582370978436632576. Oct. 18, 2022. Accessed Oct. 18, 2022.
- @INAthletic. https://twitter.com/INAthletic/status/1582356215928999936. OCt. 18, 2022. Accessed Oct. 18, 2022.
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